Denarius - Macrinus PONTIF MAX TR P II COS P P; Annona
217 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 217 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#275008 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing left, holding corn-ears and cornucopiae; at her feet, modius containing corn-ears.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF MAX TR P II COS P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul, father of the nation.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Macrinus (PONTIF MAX TR P II COS P P; Annona) was issued during a time of economic turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content had been decreasing over the years, and by the time of Macrinus' reign (217-218 AD), it had reached an all-time low. In fact, the silver content of the Denarius was so low that it was almost worthless, leading to widespread inflation and economic instability. Despite this, the coin remained an important symbol of Roman power and influence, and its design continued to be used for centuries to come.